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Detail of A Statue of Saint Scholastica At The Monastery of Montecassino Italy
Detail of A Statue of Saint Scholastica At The Monastery of Montecassino Italy

Saint Scholastica

Saint
Pre-Congregation

Feast Day

February 10

Canonized

Pre-Congregation

Biography

Saint Scholastica, also known as Saint Benedict's twin sister, was born to the Italian nobility in 480 in Italy. Her mother tragically died during childbirth, which deeply affected both Scholastica and her brother Benedict. Scholastica entered religious life and became a nun, dedicating herself to God's service....